Namibia : USD 9.6 billion private investment pipeline unveiled to boost diversification

On May 15, 2025, Namibia released its first official FDI Report, outlining a USD 9.6 billion pipeline led by the private sector across agriculture, green energy, and agro-processing. Despite topping Africa in FDI-to-GDP ratio (18.9%), policy delays, land issues, and permit bottlenecks persist. Deputy Minister Jenelly Matundu urged for urgent reforms to stay competitive in a shifting global investment landscape.